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I had a NordicTrack incline treadmill. I really liked it but because of the direction it was facing in my apartment, I could only look at a wall when I used it and then we couldn't get it into our house because the base was too big.
If you think you are going to use it, then I say go for it.
Thanks, MsAsB. I have a feeling I'll be facing a wall, too but atleast this model has a hook up for my iPod and then the iFIT wireless option I like too...you can run trails all over the world through Google Maps, etc. .....SO I am hoping this would compensate for not being able to watch TV, etc. I could position it any way I like but because I want it to fold up nicely against the wall to take up less space, I'll likely face it against the wall, too.
You coudln't get it in your house? That's kind of scary. If you really wanted to, could you have taken it apart? We bought this house and I expect we'll be here about 5 years before moving up in which case the treadmill would probably be dying/dead, but it's good to know just incase...
I think we could have gotten in the front door but because our house was a split level we would have had to immediately take it down the stairs and turn left to where it was going to go. It was too long to do that. And we couldn't get it in through the door in the garage because the frame was too small. The way that it was designed, I don't think that taking the belt off would have made it easier to go through the door or not. The base was the part that was too thick and that part didn't come off.
If you get a good one, hopefully it wouldn't completely die in 5 years. You might have to replace the belt but with maintenance I think they can last longer than that.
EDIT: Looking at the incline trainers they have now, it looks like they completely redesigned the base so you wouldn't have the same problem I had since it's a lot thinner now.
Oh I purchased a treadmill a few months ago. I heard a lot of poor reviews of proforms, and FAB reviews of nordictracks. Whatever you decide, make sure you buy a waranty...treadmills can have silly issues from time to time.
My treadmill faces a wall as well....so I hung a corck board in front of with and ocassionally tack up my "inspiration fitness photos". :) LOL, it keeps me going....
Thanks so much for explaining. I think I'm in good shape then, we have a colonial but I'm putting it on the first floor. We have 3 doors on the first floor and none of them require a turn or awkward angle to move through, so I think I'm safe there. I think I'm going to buy the extended warranty for 3 years of in home service just incase. I found a $50 off coupon online as well and the offer free shipping.
When I was at Sears this afternoon the machine was the same price as it is on the NT website, but Sears charges $65 for shipping, $35 more than NT for the 3 year warranty, and I'd have to pay tax of around $65. So between no tax, $50 coupon and a less expensive warranty, I feel like I could pick this machine up for a steal.. Total with 3 year in home warranty service and free delivery is $898.95. The iFit wireless module is $50 extra and $10 per month, so I'm leaning on trying out the machine first and deciding if I want to add it later. I like the idea and cool features, but want to make sure I commit to it first. I think I'll use it though, I kind of like hopping on the treadmill so long as I have my music.
VirginiaMarie, thanks so much for your reply I just posted about getting the warranty and didn't see your post yet. I'm def. going to get the warranty! I had issues with my ProForm and that's why I don't have it anymore...total piece of crap so I'm not surprised by the reviews you saw online!
Did either of you have the rubber mat that goes under the machine to absorb shock, etc?
We just put brand new hardwood floors down and I don't want to mess them up...was thinking that might help.
Nope I didn't have that mat but it was on carpet. I would definetly put something under it so it doesn't scratch up your hardwood floors.
YES! We live in a smaller, one story home and when my FI would use the treadmill, our wineglasses shook in our cabinets!!!! It was like a mini earth quake. (Granted, he is a big guy, 6'3", 250lbs.) When I ran on it, only very slight vibrations were noticible. At least, that's what my FI said! He may have just been being nice. But I am 5'6", 140. Anyways, he went ahead and bought a 4ft x 6ft rubber mat. It was about $100. It's the HEAVIEST THING IN THE WORLD. It made a huge difference in vibrations. My wine glasses are safe and sound now.... I would reccomend the mat to anyone.
We ordered ours online from this site. Great experience, but the Fed Ex guys who delivered it looked like they wanted to kill us for breaking their backs. I cannot express how heavy this is.
http://www.rubbercal.com/Shark_Tooth_Mat.html
Thanks to both of you for the help.
I'll check out that mat. I think i'm going to do it!
VM...which treadmill did you buy? Probably invested in a nicer one since it sounds like you both use it a bit, but I'm just curious.
Well, we had a price point we wanted to stay within. We ended up with a SOLE F80. It had solid reviews, and we've had a great experience with it.
http://www.treadmillscentral.com/sole_f80_spirit_treadmill.html
On a side note, I also had a ProForm Elliptical a few years ago in college. It was a NIGHTMARE. I bought it brand new, and had so many problems with it I only got to use it a handful of times. On it's last (and practically first workout), an electrical wire got severed by the wheel and the whole thing started smoking! HAHA, I just hate proform. But I think you're you're makingt he right decision about treadmill over elliptical...such a better workout. Unless someone has knee problems, the treadmill is always a better choice.
Have fun and goodluck!
During my search for reviews, I came across a few mentions of the SOLE machines and they seem to also have great reviews. Glad it's working out for you!
Funny you mentioned the smoking issue with your proform because we also have issues with the powercord...it would somehow lose power and i'd have to wiggle the cord around around near the base the machine to get it to work. At one point I had to use a piece of duct tape to hold the cord perfectly in position so that it wouldn't juggle around while on the the machine...the last time I used it, it also started smoking from somewhere...i unplugged it, never used it again and left it behind with old BF...hehe. This is the reason I decided to specifically NOT buy another proform!
Well it's here. It's great. Has a lot of awesome features, but man it's friggin big. I don't know what I was expecting, it's not the first time I've seen a treadmill, but in my house...it's a monster! Hopefully I stick to using it atleast!
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I'm taking the plunge and purchasing a treadmill tonight. I've been surfing reviews and in the $1000 or less range the Nordictrack seems to be one of the best values. I have had a treadmill before (Pro Form) and have found that the only thing I really do at the gym is use the treadmill so a gym membership would be kind of worthless...so that's why I'm going in this route. (Oh yeah, I've also used elliptical machines (sp?) but feel like they are about to toss me off of them and just don't generally like them, even though I know they'd probably be better.)
I'm trying to decide between the 7T si and the A2550 Pro models and am leaning towards the A2550. Just thought I'd ask real quick if anyone has one to get some feedback from anyone that has a Nordictrack...or even another fab machine in this price range.
I like the iFIT options that allow you to do the Jillian workouts which only seem to be available on a NT.